Ultimate Guide to Airbrushes - Beginner guide

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Published 2023-11-17
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This is the only video you'll ever need when you're about to start your airbrush journey! Welcome to the party!
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0:00 Intro

[Chapter A]
1:03 What Is An Airbrush and How Should I Use It?

[Chapter B]
2:41 What Should I Buy and What Do I Need to Get Started?
3:00 Which Air Brush Should I Buy?
3:13 Gravity Feed Dual-Action Air Brush
3:53 Range of Brands and Prices
4:29 Low End
5:50 Low Price Mid Range
8:21 Mid Range 120-150$
10:04 High End
11:33 Summary
12:23 Compressor
12:53 Cordless Compressors
13:21 Single Piston Engines
14:51 Oil Piston
17:02 Hoses and Connector
17:35 Spray Booth
18:43 What Else? Paints and Thinner

[Chapter C]
20:07 Basics of Using An Air Brush
20:59 Mixing Paint
21:58 Air Brush Control
23:50 Setting The Pressure
24:40 Spraying For The First Time
25:40 How Do You Know If You've Got a Good Flow.
25:43 Spider Webbing
26:30 Speckling

[Chapter D]
27:31 How To Clean Your Air Brush and Not Break It
27:55 Dismantling
29:15 Cleaning Tools
29:50 Never Leave Paint Inside The Air Brush.
30:10 Rinsing Airbrush
31:40 Cleaning Cup
32:56 Clogs
33:57 Cleaning When Your Done Painting
35:45 Deep Clean

[Chapter E]
38:18 What Are Your Next Step To Get The Most From Your Air Brush
38:45 Blending Between Layers
40:28 Shade Don't Highlight
41:21 Inks and Contrast for Blending
42:52 Don't Replace Your Regular Brush
43:47 Use Small Pieces of Paper
44:38 Squidmar Evolution Air brush
46:58 Ending
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All Comments (21)
  • @RuthlessMojo
    Thanks Emil. This was a very comprehensive and informative video. One thing I might mention is that if you’re using any paint or ink in your airbrush you should use a mask or respirator. Even non toxic paints and inks can affect your respiratory system if inhaled. Especially if you have asthma or some other respiratory issue. I can attest to this first hand because I have respiratory failure. My lungs cannot absorb oxygen as well as normal or get rid of carbon dioxide. I got this because of particulate exposure. Trust me when I say you don’t want to mess with your respiratory system. Always use protection when dealing with fine particulates.
  • @gustavnorback
    Bought your last HS evolution limited. Oh man, so happy with it, even proud of it. Love using it and taking cafe of it afterwords. And perfect for beginners that you release these inspo/guides paralell to your product releases! Really motivating to start using it right away. Thx! Also Allt gott och lycka till till er killar! Ni ger grym motivation och inspiration till projekt och armémålning hemma!
  • @dragonet111
    Bought a Airbrush 1 year ago and never regretted it, I'm not a big painter and the airbrush has another massive perks, it's actually quite fun to use, helps motivate me
  • @Pallidum
    I got my HS Evolution about 15 years ago and I'm still using it. My husband got an HS Infinity last year. It's really a testament to the quality and design of the HS airbrushes that they're still going strong. My only real regret is spending several years learning how to use the airbrush myself because we didn't have these resources back then.
  • @darkpanda0220
    This video is absolutely perfect. It's what I've always wanted to know as a beginner. I always got different and suggestions but this honestly gives me the simple things to follow and visuals.
  • @hypnonewt
    Just ordered an evolution black, looks amazing. Currently use the cult of paint evolution but always wanted your design!
  • @mr.midnight7423
    This video is very very helpful for beginners. I started airbrushing a few years ago and fell in love painting 3D printed mini figs, I do wish I saw this video at the beginning tho since it would prevent much mistakes I have made handling an airbrush. Now my old cheap ones has broken, I’m thinking of getting your Harder Steenbeck Evolution. I like the golden black finish a lot and I hope I could use it till dawn without it breaking!!!
  • @rafalkolban9091
    Thank you for this video!! Just got an airbrush and was honestly scratching my head on my PSI setting, this clears everything!
  • @coneyboro2008
    Thank you Emil. I bought top end H&S and been getting shit results. You covered so many mistakes I was making. Really appreciate it.
  • @MrChomper69
    Just bought my first compressor for my old airbrush I had laying around (Hansa 281) because of your video and I will finally start to use it. Great video! Informative and I will watch more then once to learn more.
  • @Zijn-nj6ql
    I have an airbrush sitting behind me for two years now, never used it. Thanks to you and your video, now I feel self confident enough to start airbrushing my minies. You're trully a great teacher and artist. Thank you for sharing your knowleldge
  • @von2320
    Love to see airbrush guides even though I have been using one for a while. Things as small as “make sure you put thinner into the airbrush prior to paint” will save you headache and troubleshooting
  • @AkOctane
    Thanks for the super informative video. Just ordered my squidmar evolution and can't wait to try it out
  • Best video for me in a long time , watched you for a bit. But have not been thrilled as lately but seeing the real you made a difference. Made me fill like when I first started watching to learn and it reminds me of why I should be having fun most of all
  • @sletthaug
    This video is top tier, so great. I am about to start my own airbrushing journey after using only brushes for years, and this is exactly what I needed! Great work as always :)
  • @Anatomiesucks4
    Ordered the Evolution right now. Totally love your design as your videos. Keep up the good work. ❤
  • @manny1manito2
    I'm waiting for my squidmar airbrush!!! can't wait to give it a try!
  • @Raspikabekk
    The perfect video at the perfect timing. I just got a cheap/medium airbrush to prsctice and initiate my journey. Great video!
  • @zli8179
    Thank you for this video. I have been having much trouble with my air pressure setting. Your explanation certainly makes sense.
  • @padanfain7466
    Will watch this whilst cleaning my airbrush which ive had a few weeks. Good timing!